What does ROOST mean?

Roost

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: A place where birds regularly rest or sleep.
• Verb: Settle or congregate for rest or sleep.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ruːst/
• UK: /ruːst/

Origin and Usage:

The word "roost" originated from the Old English word "hrōst" which means "a perch for domestic fowl". It has been used since the 14th century to refer to a place where birds rest or sleep. The verb form of "roost" has been used since the 16th century.

Synonyms:

• Perch
• Nest
• Resting place

Related Words:

• Boost
• Coast
• Frost
• Ghost
• Hoist

Example Sentences:

• The chickens returned to their roost at sunset.
• The birds roosted in the trees for the night.
• He built a simple roost for his pet parrot.
• The bats roosted in the cave during the day.